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Published: May 14, 2026 · Last updated: May 14, 2026

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OBDLink MX+
OBDLink
OBDLink MX+
6.8/10
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Vgate Vlinker MS
Vgate
Vgate Vlinker MS
8.3/10
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Overview
Overall score 6.8/10 8.3/10
Price (approx.) See current price in store See current price in store
Tool type Standalone device Standalone device
Vehicle coverage All makes All makes
Languages n/a n/a
Test scores (out of 10)
Diagnostics 4/10 3/10
Service functions n/a n/a
Coding n/a n/a
Programming n/a n/a
Ease of use 9/10 7/10
Value for money 5/10 9/10
Build quality 10/10 9/10
Capabilities
Bidirectional tests ✗ ✗
Coding support ✗ ✗
ECU programming ✗ ✗
Full system codes ✗ ✗
Full system live data ✗ ✗
Service functions (count) n/a n/a
Updates and cost
Free updates Lifetime Lifetime
Subscription Not required Not required
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Best value in the row  ·  ✓ full  ~ partial  ✗ no